Polling largely peaceful across eight civic bodies in North Andhra

Days after Cyclone Arnab, Andhra Pradesh braces for Cyclonic Storm Murasu landfall

Cyclonic Storm Murasu likely to turn into severe cyclonic storm by Monday morning; red alert issued in five A.P. districts; heavy rain also forecast for parts of Tamil Nadu and Odisha

India plans next-generation stealth destroyers to counter growing maritime threats

Defence Acquisition Council gives in-principle nod to futuristic warships at likely cost of ₹80,000 cr; will be equipped with advanced sensors, weapons; delivery to begin five to 10 years after contract is signed

Odisha short of equipment, may use explosives to rescue landslide victims

With no road access, officials are looking for cranes and earthmovers; they are also seeking the assistance of engineers with expertise in controlled blasting to break up boulders

Second bridge at Kodimatha to open on November 10